1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1992 Toyota Previa

To start off, 1992 Toyota Previa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Previa weights approximately 115 kg more than 1985 Buick LeSabre.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Previa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Previa.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Buick LeSabre 1992 Toyota Previa
Make Buick Toyota
Model LeSabre Previa
Year Released 1985 1992
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3798 cc 2438 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 163 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 329 Nm 207 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1615 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 75 L


 

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